Question

Should I REALLY be a buffet?

My 8 month old eats light solids every day and is primarily breastfed. When I am at home it is a constant struggle to keep her out of my shirt every 2 or 3 hours. However, when I am away she goes up to 6 hours with out having a bottle of breastmilk. I am jealous of this behavior she presents with my husband and would like to reap the benefits of having a little break here and there. I know its not the meal she needs, just the comfort. I am a naturally minded mother and believe in attachment parenting, but I am not sure if Cedar (my daughter) is trying to take it too far. Can anyone relate?

Mom Answers

Babies need to eat - I am not sure that you are entirely correct that your baby is only doing it for comfort. I suspect that your baby does prefer milk from the tap - most people prefer any dish served fresh rather than 'leftovers'. 6 hours is also too long to be going without breastmilk or formula (except overnight). I think your husband needs to make sure your daughter is eating regularly and not filling up on solids rather than the breastmilk she still needs.

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